Construction Manager

Description

The Construction Manager is primarily responsible for driving various customer-specific and internal projects to completion. This position will help the Operations Group to create value through analyzing project results and help develop the business decisions that result from the projects.

The position is responsible for working with the Operations group members on monthly reporting of operational and financial metrics, interfacing with customers and business personnel as required, and other projects as needed. The role will help identify and solve business issues by using finance and modeling skills to reach conclusions. Therefore, a strong knowledge of finance/accounting, business acumen and excellent communication skills are required.

• Direct project supervision and project work flow.

• Maintain proper levels of quality control, meet all project schedules, and ensure an efficient utilization of resources.

• Communicate project status to management and to the client.

• Develop project specifications and implement practices which will achieve defined objectives to the satisfaction of the client and of management.

• Maintain working knowledge of utility company policy and procedures in order to communicate effectively with various professional staffs from client companies.

• Be well versed in the basic tenants of line construction and maintenance. Must have a working knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code and the ability to recognize distribution equipment and associated hazards.

• Be held accountable for maintaining all confidences regarding highly sensitive and proprietary information.

• Manage/develop models for reporting operational KPIs and information flow into monthly performance reports.

• Interact with other members of the Finance and Operations group to lead analysis of information in preparation of monthly leadership reports.

• Support members of the Finance and Operations group to aide understanding and articulation of business drivers and performance.

• Develop, track, and submit projected revenue, earned value, and other operational metrics.

• Proactively participate in meetings with construction supervisors and obtain the necessary technical, financial, and operational inputs for appropriate reporting.

• Additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned.

• Assist Estimating department in putting together new estimates based on the historical reporting from past projects.

Skills

Construction management, Construction, Quality Control, Scheduling, Line Construction, Maintenance, NEC, Estimates, MS Office, Civil Construction, Project

management, substation construction, heavy civil construction, general contractor

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum of 4 years of construction management experience with a contractor.

Detailed knowledge of construction management fundamentals.

Financial studies and knowledge of the electricity and electrical construction market preferred.

Worked for a self-performing contractor

Substantial civil or high voltage electrical experience

4-year college degree preferred.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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